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Wheat germ

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Calories
360kcal
Protein
23.15g
Protein / 100 kcal
6.4g
Total fat
9.72g
Values per 100 g edible portion

Wheat germ is a grains food. A 100 g edible portion provides 360 calories, 23.2 g of protein, 51.8 g of carbohydrate and 9.7 g of fat. That works out to 6.4 g of protein per 100 calories. By its ingredients it is vegan and dairy-free. All figures are per 100 g and trace to USDA FoodData Central.

Calories from macros387 kcal
  • Protein23.15 g · 23.9%
  • Carbs51.8 g · 53.5%
  • Fat9.72 g · 22.6%

Where Wheat germ ranks

Nutrition

6.4 g protein / 100 kcal

Energy

  • Energy
    360 kcal

Macronutrients

  • Protein
    23.15 g
    46%
  • Carbohydrate
    51.8 g
    19%
  • Fiber
    13.2 g
    47%
  • Total sugars
    —
  • Total fat
    9.72 g
    12%
  • Saturated fat
    1.67 g
    8%

Minerals

  • Sodium
    12 mg
    1%
  • Potassium
    892 mg
    19%
  • Calcium
    39 mg
    3%
  • Iron
    6.26 mg
    35%
  • Magnesium
    239 mg
    57%

Vitamins

  • Vitamin C
    0 mg
    0%
  • Vitamin D
    —

% Daily Value based on FDA reference amounts for a general adult diet. Individual needs vary. Missing values are shown as “—”, never zero.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Wheat germ?
Wheat germ has 360 calories per 100 g edible portion.
How much protein is in Wheat germ?
Wheat germ has 23.2 g of protein per 100 g edible portion.
How many carbs are in Wheat germ?
Wheat germ has 51.8 g of carbohydrate per 100 g edible portion.
How much fat is in Wheat germ?
Wheat germ has 9.7 g of total fat per 100 g edible portion.
How much fiber is in Wheat germ?
Wheat germ has 13.2 g of fiber per 100 g edible portion.
Is Wheat germ high in protein?
Wheat germ provides 6.4 g of protein per 100 calories — a moderate protein-to-calorie ratio.
Is Wheat germ keto-friendly?
Wheat germ has 51.8 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. Ketogenic diets keep carbs very low, so it is relatively high in carbs for a strict keto plan (per 100 g).
Is Wheat germ vegan?
Yes — Wheat germ contains no animal products, so it is vegan.
Is Wheat germ vegetarian?
Yes — Wheat germ is vegetarian.
Is Wheat germ gluten-free?
No — Wheat germ contains gluten.
Is Wheat germ dairy-free?
Yes — Wheat germ contains no milk or dairy ingredients.
What is a serving size of Wheat germ?
A common serving of Wheat germ is 1 undetermined cup (about 115 g). Use the serving selector on this page to see nutrition for any portion.

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